Sr. RF Avionics Hardware Engineer
Astrolab
Other Engineering
hawthorne, ca, usa
Posted on Sep 20, 2024
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
As a Sr. RF Avionics Engineer, you will be responsible for full component and system ownership throughout the entire design lifecycle. You will play a pivotal role in architecting rover RF avionics systems and designing state-of-the-art communication systems for the lunar surface. You will be joining a company at the ground-level and have immense influence over the future of lunar exploration.
As a Sr. RF Avionics Engineer, you will be responsible for full component and system ownership throughout the entire design lifecycle. You will play a pivotal role in architecting rover RF avionics systems and designing state-of-the-art communication systems for the lunar surface. You will be joining a company at the ground-level and have immense influence over the future of lunar exploration.
- Department
- Avionics
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Hawthorne, California
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $153,000 - $196,000 / year
- Reporting To
- Omid Rostaminafar
What You'll Do:
- Design RF and communication hardware focused on extra-planetary surface applications
- Develop RF hardware designs and interface specifications
- Interface with other engineers to ensure seamless subsystem integration of RF, mechanical, electrical, and software systems
- Develop test plans/procedures to support the execution test events
- Lead Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and resolutions
- Works with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products
- Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment
What's Prepared You:
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering or mathematics)
- 3+ years’ of experience in spacecraft RF hardware design and/or RF component design (academic and personal projects apply)
- Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate of Science degree in RF/Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related science or technology field degree
- Experience with environmental testing for space electronics such as thermal, vibration, TVAC, radiation, and EMI/EMC testing per standards such as SMC-S-016
- Experience in one or more of RF circuits, antennas, amplifiers, software-defined radios, RF filters
- Experience with RF test equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNA), spectrum analyzers, power meters, etc.
- Familiarity with RF modeling and analysis software tools such as Ansys Electronics Desktop HFSS, Altair FEKO, Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR Microwave Office
- Familiarity with digital communications systems & theory, including spread spectrum, forward error correction, and modulation types such as BPSK, QPSK, GMSK, etc.
- Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills
What We Offer:
- Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Ownership in the company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with matching
- Flexible time off and parental leave
- On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment
About Astrolab
Having a strong, inclusive, and inspired team is essential to accomplishing our bold mission. Employees are our biggest asset, and we are deeply committed to them and our values. At Astrolab we…
Demonstrate and inspire trust. Interactions are direct, honest, and respectful. We are fair and transparent with what we do and why.
Thrive in balance. Balance gives us perspective and keeps us motivated and inspired. We commit to rewarding work and a fulfilling personal life.
Seek diverse perspectives. We ask questions, engage in productive debate and offer alternatives to ensure our solutions and products are robust and a reflection of our collective best.
Move with purpose. Quality and reliability are accomplished through efficient ideation and iteration. We act with a sense of urgency and deliver what we promise, always with the big picture in mind.
Make an impact. We intentionally move our community and industry into the future through our work, practices, and actions.
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
Application Review
Stage 2:
Recruiter Phone Interview
Astrolab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to careers@astrolab.space. We value diversity at Astrolab, and we strive to remove unconscious and unnecessary barriers to build the best team. While we’ve outlined what an ideal candidate could look like, we know that you may bring something unanticipated and essential to the team. If you’re reading this and can see yourself contributing, please register below.
